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Meagan Susi

Old Saybrook,CT

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Product Manager, Mathematics

Curriculum Associates, LLC
Billerica, MA
07.2021 - Current
  • Leads discovery efforts to evaluate market opportunity and strategic fit for new product concepts related to preK-8 math instruction
  • Ideates based on documented needs and creates prototypes and wireframes to drive development and design
  • Ensures viability of defined components through partnership with production, engineering, and platform teams
  • Engages customers through interviews to define product vision and features
  • Collaborates with marketing and sales teams to plan and execute a go-to-market strategy for a national K-8 core curriculum
  • Engages with customers, at the request of sales teams, to respond to complex inquiries during district adoptions
  • Conducts ongoing market research and competitive analysis to gain in-depth knowledge of educational technology and mathematics trends
  • Spearheads stakeholder calls and collaboration with other departments to ensure strong product knowledge across teams
  • Developed and implemented a product field test process that became a model for future trials

Senior Manager, Content Development

Math Learning Center
Portland, OR
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Led a team of writers and reviewers in the development of rigorous mathematics content for the Bridges in Mathematics PK-5 curriculum based on Common Core State Standards
  • Collaborated with CLO, CAO, and other leaders to ensure that content reflected research and best practice
  • Gathered data from advisors, coaches, and field testers, and implemented their feedback to improve the content and delivery methods
  • Developed prototypes and criteria documents to guide new content development
  • Managed the development and rollout of two new products that enabled educators to use the Bridges in Mathematics curriculum and pedagogy during remote learning
  • Oversaw and collaborated with engineering vendors to develop the Math at Home website
  • Worked cross-functionally with internal and external Production and Technical teams to produce digital and print materials
  • Provided guidance to the Educator Support and Communication teams to support effective implementation
  • Edited materials for content, pedagogy, engagement, and adherence to internal style guides

Consulting Product Developer

Boyds Mills Kane Press
New York, NY
01.2015 - 06.2021
  • Created innovative and engaging standards-based content to support literature for elementary-school aged children
  • Aligned content to Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics, Next Generation Science Standards, and National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies

Consulting Product Developer, Lessons and Supports

Conceptua Math
Petaluma, CA
01.2011 - 09.2015
  • Utilized innovative educational technology platform featuring visual models to produce engaging mathematics content
  • Authored teacher support materials, student-facing materials, and video scripts
  • Developed a standards-based scope and sequence used for future product development
  • Performed QA testing on content to ensure quality, accuracy, fluency and consistency
  • Regularly delivered under tight deadlines, working both independently and collaboratively, incorporating feedback from multiple sources including computer engineers, content experts, and company leadership
  • Researched present market conditions and best practices, synthesized information, and presented findings to CEO

Educational Surrogate Parent

Connecticut State Department of Education
Hartford, CT
09.2009 - 04.2010
  • Advocated on behalf of students with special needs to secure appropriate educational programming
  • Developed collaborative relationships with all stakeholders in the child’s care
  • Maintained detailed records documenting interactions with the child and their team

Grade 5 Teacher

Plainville Community Schools
Plainville, CT
08.2003 - 06.2008
  • Co-authored the district’s standards-based elementary Science and Social Studies curriculums
  • Developed and delivered professional development to colleagues in the areas of Science and Technology
  • Member of the Technology, Interview, Science, Social Studies and School Building Committees
  • Certified as a CT B.E.S.T. trained mentor and cooperating teacher supporting pre-service and beginning teachers
  • Supported colleagues in the use of interventions for students with critical needs
  • Developed and implemented a sign language enrichment program and a technology club
  • 2007-2008 Teacher of the Year Nominee

Education

Product Management Certificate -

ECornell
2022

Management And Leadership Course - Leadership in An Exponentially Changing World

Massachusetts Institute Of Technology
2020

Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment

Walden University
2005

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Studies - Elementary/Special Education

University Of Hartford
2003

Skills

  • Product Development
  • Product Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Planning
  • Curriculum Design
  • Publishing
  • Classroom Teaching
  • Professional Development
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Technology Integration

Volunteer Experiences

  • Old Saybrook Board of Education Communication Committee, 2020-present
  • Middletown Board of Education Curriculum Committee, 2016-2019
  • Middletown Board of Education Policy Committee, 2016-2019
  • Connecticut Association of the Gifted, Minds in Motion Middletown, Registrar, 2014-2019
  • Middletown Schools District Data Team, 2014-2016
  • Middletown Schools District Leadership Team, 2014-2019

Timeline

Product Manager, Mathematics

Curriculum Associates, LLC
07.2021 - Current

Senior Manager, Content Development

Math Learning Center
01.2018 - 06.2021

Consulting Product Developer

Boyds Mills Kane Press
01.2015 - 06.2021

Consulting Product Developer, Lessons and Supports

Conceptua Math
01.2011 - 09.2015

Educational Surrogate Parent

Connecticut State Department of Education
09.2009 - 04.2010

Grade 5 Teacher

Plainville Community Schools
08.2003 - 06.2008

Product Management Certificate -

ECornell

Management And Leadership Course - Leadership in An Exponentially Changing World

Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Studies - Elementary/Special Education

University Of Hartford
Meagan Susi